1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 158 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 1986 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 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
Model | Avanti | CTS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2880 mm |