2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1995 Honda Argento Viva
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva 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 67 more horse power than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 352 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. 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 (343 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1995 Honda Argento Viva | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Argento Viva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |