1989 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Legacy | Equator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
