2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 898 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
