1992 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 67 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Legend | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Outback |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1617 kg |