1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 8 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
