1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 445 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Seville | Outback |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
