1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 35 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 91 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 985 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | 19 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
