1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Meteor | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Meteor | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |