1991 Buick Roadmaster 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 Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 600 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 Roadmaster. 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 Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Roadmaster | Legacy |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |