1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 118 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS 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 2007 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | STS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |