1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 37 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Caprice | CTS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |