1956 Cadillac 6239D vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Cadillac 6239D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | 6239D | 5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
