2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 61 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 608 kg more than 1983 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
