1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 93 kg more than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
