1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 761 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Toyota Carina 2010 Cadillac CTS
Make Toyota Cadillac
Model Carina CTS
Year Released 1989 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 68 L


 

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