2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |