1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2660 mm |