1988 Subaru XT vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 420 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | XT | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |