2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1983 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Century weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1983 Toyota Century | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |