1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 22 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 740 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Catera | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Catera | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
