2010 Cadillac STS vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 864 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac STS | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | STS | Celica |
Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
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 | 1812 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4996 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2957 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |