2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri.
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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 259 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 253 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |