1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |