1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 745 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | Luce | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
