1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 492 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |