1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2012 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 219 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback.

Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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