1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 1992 Subaru XT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1992 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Fleetwood | XT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2470 mm |
