1982 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, both 1982 Buick Electra and 1982 Cadillac Eldorado were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1982 Buick Electra 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1982 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 4080 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |