1978 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina 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 120 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 898 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Marina | CTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
