2002 Buick Century vs. 1985 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1985 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Century | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 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 | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
