1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 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 67 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Legacy 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.

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1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Oldsmobile Subaru
Model Eighty-Eight Legacy
Year Released 1994 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 202 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 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 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2680 mm