2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri 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 148 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 608 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Ford Capri | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Capri |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |