1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 1995 Buick LeSabre.
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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
