1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1975 Renault 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1975 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | 15 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
