1986 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 1986 Mazda 626 and 2012 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 476 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626. 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 1986 Mazda 626. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 626 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 626 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |