1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 814 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Seville | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
