1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2616 mm |
