1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 548 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1980 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Commodore | CTS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
