1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Skylark | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
