1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 268 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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 (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
Model | Toronado | CTS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.7 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |