2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |