1992 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1694 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Leone | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2946 mm |
