1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
