2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra 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 23 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS. 2007 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra 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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Supra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |