1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1684 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Corolla | Escalade |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |