1992 Mazda 121 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 757 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 121. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 121 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 121 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
