1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Buick Century is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Century, 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Seville | Century |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2664 mm |
