1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1957 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 1957 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1957 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, 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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1957 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
