2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 468 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
