1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Roadmaster | Outback |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
