1986 Subaru XT vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Subaru XT. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Subaru XT | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | XT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
