1989 Chrysler ES vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 1989 Chrysler ES and 1989 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler ES. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chrysler ES (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler ES | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | ES | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
