2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 578 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
