1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 247 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Fairlane | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
