1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Cadillac Eldorado 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Eldorado Impreza
Year Released 1970 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 228 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 710 Nm 393 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 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 64 L


 

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