2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Buick |
| Model | Escalade | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2664 mm |
