2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 912 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 818 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
