2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 565 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Subaru | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Legacy | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
