2001 Buick Century vs. 1990 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1990 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | Allante |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
