1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1985 Renault Espace is newer by 24 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 79 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Renault Espace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | Espace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
