1981 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 815 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | BLS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
