1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 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 234 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |