1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 57 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville. 1982 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Impreza |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4079 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |