1987 Buick Century vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Century (150 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 1987 Buick Century (270 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 1987 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Century | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Century | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2619 mm |
