1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 19 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 448 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.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura RDX. 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Legacy | RDX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
