1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 22 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, 2010 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 Renault Megane.
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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
