2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
