1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 21 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 200 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 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Subaru Legacy 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make Subaru Ford
Model Legacy Mondeo
Year Released 1991 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1992 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 114 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2760 mm


 

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