2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
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 (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | CTS | Volare |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
