1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 795 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Alto. 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 1992 Suzuki Alto. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Alto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2180 mm |
