2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
