1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Seville. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Forester |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 270 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2616 mm |