1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 1984 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1984 Buick LeSabre 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Buick Subaru
Model LeSabre Impreza
Year Released 1984 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 104 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2619 mm