2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1971 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1971 Nissan President. 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 1971 Nissan President | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | STS | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |