1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
