1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | DL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
