1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (293 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.

Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 2007 Subaru Impreza
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Ninety-Eight Impreza
Year Released 1987 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 138 HP 293 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2550 mm


 

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