1998 Buick Regal vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 544 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1976 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1976 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
