2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |