1989 Ford Festiva 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 Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva 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 66 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 529 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Festiva | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |