1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 283 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Legacy | Regal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
