1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 769 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 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 | 2230 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |