1985 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |