1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1966 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1966 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Subaru FF-1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru FF-1. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1966 Subaru FF-1 has manual transmission. 1966 Subaru FF-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1966 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
