1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 28 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |