2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 684 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | XLR | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
