1985 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 217 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Land Cruiser | CTS |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3431 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |