2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 4 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 | 1986 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
