1974 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 938 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Corolla | CTS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1868 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |