1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 568 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 68 L |
