1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 431 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |