1981 Mazda 929 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 433 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 929 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 929 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
