2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 338 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.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |