1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
