2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica.
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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |