2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | BLS | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
