1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dart | CTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
