2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 762 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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 (264 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | CTS | Pony |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
