2001 Cadillac LMP vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2001 Cadillac LMP is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac LMP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac LMP (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac LMP should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
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, 2001 Cadillac LMP (401 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac LMP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac LMP | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | LMP | Corona |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2440 mm |
