2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 142 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 755 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | CTS | Cortina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |