1970 Mazda 616 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 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 911 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 616 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
