1974 Buick GS vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback. 2013 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1974 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | GS | Outback |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
