2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |