2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 168 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
