1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (244 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 558 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (744 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Legacy |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 744 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |