1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 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 1974 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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (514 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Legacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 64 L |