1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 43 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 58 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 534 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback 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, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Outback |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1536 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
