1987 Saab 900 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 900 (175 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 188 kg more than 1987 Saab 900.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Saab 900. 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, 1987 Saab 900 (273 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 900 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 900 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
