1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
