1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1984 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | DeVille | Forester |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4085 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2615 mm |