2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 83 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (949 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | STS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
