2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 8 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Blackhawk | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2640 mm |
