1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. 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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1980 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
