1980 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Jeep | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
