1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Outback |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 64 L |
