1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 195 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2645 mm |
