1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 404 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Legacy | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |