1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 528 kg more than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1962 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 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Park Avenue. (380 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Park Avenue | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 6389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 582 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |