1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2003 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 1977 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 1977 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
