1990 Honda Integra 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 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Integra. 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Integra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
