2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Cressida 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 178 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (129 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 578 kg more than 1987 Toyota Cressida. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Cressida |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |