1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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 STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
Model | Eighty-Eight | STS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2957 mm |