1975 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 802 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2011 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Escort | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
