2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 618 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
