1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Corolla | SRX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1077 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2807 mm |