1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 248 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Allante | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Allante | Legacy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |