2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 918 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
