1980 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
