1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
