1978 Buick Century vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Century | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |