1992 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1992 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | CRX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
