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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 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 731 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 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 | 5665 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
