1990 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda RX-7 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | RX-7 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |