1988 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
