1986 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Buick Regal. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
