1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 340 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2645 mm |