2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
