1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |