1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Meteor | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
