2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 801 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac XLR 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 2006 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | XLR | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
