1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1981 Subaru Rex is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Subaru Rex | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Rex |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1930 mm |