2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | CTS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
