1976 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Estate | Impreza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |