1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna. 1986 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
