1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1991 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 765 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1991 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
