2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |