1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 915 kg more than 1990 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, 1971 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 8190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 744 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 109.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
