2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 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 251 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 786 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
