1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |