2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 308 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 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 |