2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Super 5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |