1982 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1537 kg more than 1982 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 5 | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 5 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 98 L |
