1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
