2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Aurora | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
