1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Legacy | Astro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
