2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
