1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Corsa |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |