2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
