2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 830 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
