1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 484 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2810 mm |
