1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |