1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Leone |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 870 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 |