2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 835 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |