1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Seville (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 770 kg more than 2010 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Cadillac Seville 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 1960 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna, 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, 1960 Cadillac Seville (590 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Laguna |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |