2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 835 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Escort |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 41 L |