1992 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caravan | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
