1992 Buick Century vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 205 more horse power than 1992 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Century | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 314 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2880 mm |
