1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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 27 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 976 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2660 mm |
