1984 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 4915 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |