2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 472 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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 (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 929 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
