1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 745 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corolla | BLS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
