2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 726 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1968 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1968 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
