1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 960 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |