1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville.

Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 1980 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Cadillac Seville 2007 Subaru Impreza
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Seville Impreza
Year Released 1980 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6030 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 143 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2530 mm


 

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