2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 653 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
