2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | STS | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |