1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna 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 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
