1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1984 Renault 11 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | 62 | 11 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |