1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 148 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Starfire (332 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Starfire | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
