2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (163 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | 929 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |