2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 798 kg more than 1971 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Isuzu Florian. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | CTS | Florian |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
