2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
