1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX 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 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru SVX | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | SVX | Verano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
