1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Eldorado | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2664 mm |
