1990 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 92 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Mitsubishi Verada 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Mitsubishi Subaru
Model Verada Legacy
Year Released 1990 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2972 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 161 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 282 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2660 mm


 

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