2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 514 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 116 L |