1980 Buick Estate vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (165 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Estate (318 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Estate | Outback |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
