2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 91 L |
