2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 373 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | Laurel |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |