1982 Buick Estate vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 721 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1989 Subaru XT | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Estate | XT |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |