1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 456 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Impreza |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |