1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Renault 4
To start off, 1982 Renault 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1982 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
