2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 979 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |