2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Today |
Year Released | 2012 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1400 mm |