1986 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1986 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac DeVille | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
