1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace 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 123 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Seville | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | Espace |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
