2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 718 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | XLR | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
