1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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 Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Delta 88 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
