1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 152 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 1991 Buick Reatta. 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Reatta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
