2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina 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 154 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 832 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |