2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
