1980 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Escort | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
