1983 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 4 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
