2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac STS. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 474 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | STS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
