1977 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2616 mm |