1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 353 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Corsair | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
