1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 23 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lumina | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
