2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | CTS | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |