1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1839 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Corolla | Escalade |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |