1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 49 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |
