2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Valiant 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 258 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 341 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
