1990 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | F-350 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1820 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |