2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | CTS | Mirada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |