2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1721 kg more than 1979 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 56 L |
