1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 204 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 578 kg more than 1987 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
