2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 725 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616. 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
