1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6030 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
