2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 880 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
