1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 552 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Mustang | STS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 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 Weight | 1250 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2957 mm |