1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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.
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1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Cutlass | Forester |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |