1992 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |