1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 54 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |