2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | STS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3300 mm |
