1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (208 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 510 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2530 mm |
