2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 795 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2009 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |