1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 131 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Falcon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
