2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 648 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
