1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2010 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 351 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 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 2010 Subaru Outback
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Jetfire Outback
Year Released 1962 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3531 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 215 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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