1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 LeSabre (271 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
