1987 Buick Regal vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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 Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Leone |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |