1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 802 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |