2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1979 Talbot 1510. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510. 2007 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1979 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1979 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac DTS | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Talbot |
| Model | DTS | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
