1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| 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 | 227 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 - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2530 mm |
