2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. 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 (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
