1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 985 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Aston Martin Lagonda 1990 Subaru Legacy
Make Aston Martin Subaru
Model Lagonda Legacy
Year Released 1987 1990
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1820 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 301 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2225 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2590 mm


 

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