1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Legacy | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5639 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1892 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3302 mm |
