2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 785 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS-V | MR2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |