1990 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback 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 Legend (232 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Legend | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
