1980 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1980 Cadillac Eldorado (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Outback |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |