1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. 1989 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | DeVille | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2616 mm |