1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1968 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1968 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Subaru FF-1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru FF-1. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru FF-1 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru FF-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1968 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2430 mm |
