1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 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 1 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 422 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Roadmaster | Outback |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2741 mm |