1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 925 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
