1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Outback |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
