1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 585 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | 15 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
