1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 728 kg more than 1971 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 Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | 15 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |