1981 Opel Ascona vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 939 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Ascona | CTS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
