1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2003 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Subaru Legacy 2003 Subaru Outback
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Outback
Year Released 1991 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 114 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2530 mm


 

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