2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1973 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte 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 339 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Consorte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
