1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1992 Subaru Vivio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (42 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1992 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Vivio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Vivio 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Vivio. (53 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
