2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra 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 235 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 762 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | CTS | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
