2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 648 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
