1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 928 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
