1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 718 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Skyline | CTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |
