2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2662 mm |
