2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 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 304 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1996 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
