2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 740 kg more than 1979 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 DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
