1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Seville. 1983 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 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 | 1670 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |