2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 44 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | LTD |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |