1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 19 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 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 148 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
