1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 570 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Corona | ATS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |