1984 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1972 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 8190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |
