1978 Tatra T613 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 64 kg more than 1978 Tatra T613. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Tatra T613 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Tatra | Cadillac |
Model | T613 | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2880 mm |