1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 980 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
