1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 506 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Eldorado | Safrane |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 72.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |