1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 670 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | DL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
