1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 238 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | CTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
