1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 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 4 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 501 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Forester |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |