2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1979 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Taft. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Taft 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 260 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1979 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS | Taft |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
