1991 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 323 kg more than 1991 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Commodore | CTS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
