1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Forester |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |