1986 Subaru XT vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 462 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Subaru XT has manual transmission. 1986 Subaru XT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | XT | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
