1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 705 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1964 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Renault Floride | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Floride |
Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |