1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |