2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 776 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
