1964 Renault 8 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1636 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 8 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2946 mm |
