1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1997 Subaru SVX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | SVX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6964 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
