2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | STS-V | Newport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3020 mm |
