2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 158 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1960 Land Rover 88 has manual transmission. 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | CTS | 88 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2240 mm |
