1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 18 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, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 288 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 2007 Seat Altea. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1989 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Legacy | Altea |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
