2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | STS | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
