1990 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 79 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. 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 Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1820 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
