1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Seville | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2664 mm |
