1987 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 316 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT 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 Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | XT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
