2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 845 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |