1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1998 Suzuki X90 is newer by 9 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 273 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | X90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
