1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 28 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, 2006 Renault Megane (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane.
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, 2006 Renault Megane, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Megane |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
