1977 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 385 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2635 mm |
