1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 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 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Renault 10 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 1971 Renault 10. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 10 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
