1987 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | CTS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |