2011 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 723 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | CTS | Florian |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4859 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
