1990 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 418 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.
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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Outback |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1820 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |