1981 Buick Estate vs. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Estate | 1977 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 103.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |