1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Rodeo would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Seville | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
