1983 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Impreza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 170 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |