1983 Buick Century vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Century | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | CTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 314 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2880 mm |
