1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 155 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 591 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Celica | CTS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
