1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 472 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 2011 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Legacy | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
