2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 768 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
