1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 818 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Escort | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
