1976 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 840 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corolla | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
