2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 202 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 572 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
