2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 640 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |