1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 34 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 18 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Outback |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |