2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 102 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1984 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
