1984 Buick Estate vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Buick Estate is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 945 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru DL has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru DL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Estate | DL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
