1991 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Legacy |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |