1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 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 1994 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Roadmaster | Legacy |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |