1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Shadow | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |