1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1994 Subaru SVX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru SVX 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | SVX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
