1989 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Electra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |