2001 Cadillac Seville vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 982 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. 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, 2001 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone. 2001 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1982 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1982 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Cadillac Seville | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |