2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1997 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | STS | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
