1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 733 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 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Subaru | Chrysler |
Model | Legacy | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |