2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
