1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Brougham | Starlet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2310 mm |