1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
