1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 441 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
