1988 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |