1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1993 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XJR | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
