1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Impreza |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2645 mm |