1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Renault R5
To start off, 1984 Renault R5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Renault R5. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault R5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1984 Renault R5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault R5. (76 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault R5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Renault R5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | R5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 720 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
