2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 24 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 818 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
