1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 780 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
