1984 Buick Estate vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate 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) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Outback 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 | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Estate | Outback |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
