1977 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |