2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | LTD |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |