1972 Buick GS vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
