1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Wildcat | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |