2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 596 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 1978 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | CTS | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
