1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1778 kg more than 1981 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 ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corsa | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2947 mm |
