2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 82 kg more than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1985 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
