1979 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 165 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 | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |