1978 Toyota Corsa vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corsa | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corsa | XTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3564 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2831 mm |
