1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 6 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
