2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 668 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
