2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica 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 138 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 617 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |