1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
