1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Outback |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 224 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 | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2660 mm |
