1991 Renault TXE 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 Renault TXE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault TXE would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Renault TXE. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault TXE.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault TXE. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault TXE. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault TXE.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Renault TXE 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Renault Subaru
Model TXE Legacy
Year Released 1991 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1721 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 94 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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