1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Vista Cruiser | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
