2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 666 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
