2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1970 Toyota Century

To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac CTS 1970 Toyota Century
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model CTS Century
Year Released 2005 1970
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2981 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 251 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1592 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2870 mm


 

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