1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 16 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Legacy | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3410 mm |
