1988 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 665 kg more than 1988 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 8192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |