1989 Subaru XT vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 271 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | XT | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
