2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 712 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Cortina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 102 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |