1989 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | CTS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 5965 cc |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |