2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 967 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
