1980 Opel Ascona vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 746 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Ascona | CTS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
