1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 6 kg more than 1979 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.

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