1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 261 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 323 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
