1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Camaro | STS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2957 mm |
