1988 Subaru XT vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | XT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
