1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
