1984 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 820 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | 5 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
