2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2950 mm |
