1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 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 177 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 685 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | 15 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |