1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Seville | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
