2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rendezvous | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |