2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
