1965 Saab MC vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 489 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Saab MC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Saab MC | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | MC | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
