1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 870 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corolla | CTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
