1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
