1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Renault Alpine | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Renault | Cadillac |
Model | Alpine | BLS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |