1990 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 214 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |