1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1962 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Eldorado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
