1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Renault Laguna. 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 1992 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
