1986 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 480 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 1994 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, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
