1984 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1687 kg more than 1984 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Leone. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1984 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1984 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Subaru Leone | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
Model | Leone | Escalade |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2946 mm |