2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (395 HP) has 336 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 800 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. 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 (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lada |
Model | CTS | 1200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 536 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 39 L |