1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 241 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Outback |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
