1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car vs. 2013 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback.

Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car 2013 Subaru Outback
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model 442 Indy Pace Car Outback
Year Released 1970 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7467 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type V dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 365 HP 171 HP
Torque 679 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 108 mm 94 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats


 

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