1988 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Outback |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |