1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1993 Renault Twingo is newer by 15 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 64 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Renault Twingo, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
