1990 Ford RS 200 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 RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 830 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | RS 200 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |