1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 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 143 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. 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, 1975 Renault 4, 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1975 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1975 Renault 4 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 | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
