1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 763 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Vega | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
