1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 965 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Renault 10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 10 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
