1986 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |