1980 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 33 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 67 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Outback |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |