1986 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 85 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 587 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 1986 Ford Escort. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |