1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
