1985 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 21 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 106 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 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
