2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 990 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1966 Renault 8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | CTS | 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |