2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 618 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Corona |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2510 mm |
