2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 940 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DTS | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
