1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Leone |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |