1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Buick Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Century (161 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1990 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2662 mm |
