1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corolla | ATS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2776 mm |
