1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 622 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 2010 Honda Pilot. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Legacy | Pilot |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |