2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1995 Mitsubishi Gaus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BLS | Gaus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
