1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 890 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Sixty | Avensis |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |