2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 408 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Torana 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 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Torana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
