1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 670 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Corona |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |