1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Seville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Leone |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |