1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 1999 Cadillac Catera 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 1999 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Catera | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2662 mm |
