1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville 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 28 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 1978 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 1978 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5, 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
