2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica 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 (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 678 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |