2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 849 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (420 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21. 2004 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Seville | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Seville | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
