2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Mazda RX-3
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 RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 895 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Mazda RX-3 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | RX-3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1963 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |