2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1979 Ford Capri | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | STS | Capri |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |