2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | CTS | Consorte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 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 | 1790 kg | 670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |