1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 172 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
