1998 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 736 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 103.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
