1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Leone |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |