2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
