2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
