2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cherry 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 219 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
