1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Seville. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Seville | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
