1990 Ford Orion vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 445 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Orion | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |