2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
