1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 138 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Jetfire | Outback |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
