1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |