2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 30. 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | 30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
