1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. 1993 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2624 mm |
