1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |