1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Caprice | CTS |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |