1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto. 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 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Alto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
