1990 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 43 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2002 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
