2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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 (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |