2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1965 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |