1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 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 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (319 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
