2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1642 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 Escalade (515 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
