1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Celica | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
