2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Escalade | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2662 mm |
