1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | RS 200 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |