1991 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 213 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda NSX. 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda NSX | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |