1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio.
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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 1987 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio 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 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Clio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |