1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Cutlass | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
