1978 Buick Century vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1993 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Century | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |