1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 45 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.
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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Forester |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |