1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 289 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |