2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 670 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
