1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2340 mm |
