2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 131 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 682 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (264 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
