2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
