2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1985 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 505. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1985 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1985 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1985 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | STS-V | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
