1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | DeVille | Safrane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 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 | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2770 mm |