2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 986 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1983 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1983 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Seville | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1297 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 | 407 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 | 1806 kg | 820 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 |
