2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 33 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
