1990 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Seville. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
