1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | 62 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |