1991 Buick Reatta vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 26 kg more than 1991 Buick Reatta.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Reatta. (286 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Reatta. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Reatta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
