2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 820 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | CTS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
