1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1987 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 965 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Rex is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (39 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LeSabre | Rex |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1930 mm |
