1990 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | NSX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
