1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 406 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (582 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Eldorado | Safrane |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |