1986 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. 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 Honda Civic. 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | CTS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.7 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
