2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1981 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1981 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
