1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 768 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
