1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 581 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corona | BLS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
