1990 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator

To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.

Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Subaru Legacy 2009 Suzuki Equator
Make Subaru Suzuki
Model Legacy Equator
Year Released 1990 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1820 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 102 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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