2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 468 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
