1987 Buick Regal vs. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
