1988 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2003 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 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 92 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 | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |