2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 221 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 358 kg more than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | CTS | Vanette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2080 mm |