1992 Ford Fairlane 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 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 155 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 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, 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 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
