1998 Buick Signia vs. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Signia | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
