2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |
