1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Subaru XT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1990 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | 98 | XT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
