1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 15 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime. 1990 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
