1990 Mazda 323 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 323 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
