2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (227 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2664 mm |
