2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 1609 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 120 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 395 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (126 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
