1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1989 Acura Legend

To start off, both 1989 Subaru Legacy and 1989 Acura Legend were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Legend (163 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Acura Legend weights approximately 50 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.

Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Subaru Legacy 1989 Acura Legend
Make Subaru Acura
Model Legacy Legend
Year Released 1989 1989
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2211 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 134 HP 163 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1745 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2705 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 61 L


 

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