2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor. 1985 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
