1989 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |