1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 653 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Coupe has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Aurora | Coupe |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |