1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
