2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Taft would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 540 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Taft |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
