1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 12 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
