1970 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 995 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2004 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Escort | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
