1987 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1987 Buick Regal 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 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 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 | 1370 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |