2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont 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 (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | STS | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |