1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 623 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra 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:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
