2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 729 kg more than 1985 Renault 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 Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Escalade | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
