1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 225 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 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
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1989 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legacy | Outlander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |