2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1982 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1982 Ford Cortina. (60 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Cortina.
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 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Cortina. 2007 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1982 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS-V | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
