1973 Renault 5 vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1998 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 5 | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 5 | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
