1999 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva and 1999 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Achieva | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 154 HP |
| 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 | 1310 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
