1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane.
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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Megane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
