1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1999 Subaru Forester

To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 1999 Subaru Forester
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Eighty-Eight Forester
Year Released 1994 1999
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2530 mm


 

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