1990 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 16 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (294 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Impreza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 232 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |