1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 959 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Seville | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |