1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,079 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1982 Cadillac Seville (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Impreza |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |