2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Polo 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 206 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 907 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | CTS | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
