2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 24 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 74 kg more than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Centieme | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
