1970 Buick GS vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
