1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |