2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 187 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
