1992 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 484 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda CRX | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CRX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |