2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Legacy | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2664 mm |
