1990 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 704 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2005 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Civic | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
