1984 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |