2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 677 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | STS | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
