2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 380 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
