1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 755 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | 9 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |