1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2003 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 455 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2003 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2003 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Corona | CTS |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |