1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. 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, 2001 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. 1988 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
