1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 151 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Fairlane 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:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Fairlane | CTS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |
