1992 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
