2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 1978 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 25 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 905 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1978 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 V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1193 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 1978 Toyota Corona
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model V Sixteen Corona
Year Released 2003 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 13600 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 1001 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 1356 Nm 163 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 5680 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2530 mm


 

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