1982 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Civic | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Legacy |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |