1987 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |