2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 17 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LaCrosse | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
