2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 521 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | STS | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
