1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 133 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
