2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 22 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 656 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 936 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 |
