1978 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
