2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Escalade | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
